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When it comes to the flu shot, myths and misinformation abound—the most dangerous (and completely incorrect) claim being that you can actually get the flu from the flu shot. The thinking behind this—which isn't entirely incorrect—is because the flu shot itself contains the influenza virus. But not in a way …

October 1 marks the beginning of flu season. If you haven't already had your annual flu shot, it's a smart idea to roll up your arm for one soon, before flu cases start to peak later this year. But what about the high-dose flu vaccine—is that available right now, and …

October 1 marks the beginning of flu season. If you haven't already had your annual flu shot, it's a smart idea to roll up your arm for one soon, before flu cases start to peak later this year. But what about the high-dose flu vaccine—is that available right now, and who should …

Ever since COVID-19 emerged in December 2019, we've all learned a lot more about how viruses are spread than we used to know—namely that social distancing and mask-wearing offer loads of protection against respiratory viruses. The biggest reason for that is the presence of infected respiratory droplets emitted from those …

Ever since COVID-19 emerged in December 2019, we've all learned a lot more about how viruses are spread than we used to know—namely that social distancing and mask-wearing offer loads of protection against respiratory viruses. The biggest reason for that is the presence of infected respiratory droplets emitted from those …

This year more than ever, you've likely been monitoring anything that feels even a little off in your body—like taking your temperature if you feel slightly hotter than usual, or questioning whether a stray sneeze is allergy related or something more serious. Now, with flu season fast approaching, you may be …

This year more than ever, you've likely been monitoring anything that feels even a little off in your body—like taking your temperature if you feel slightly hotter than usual, or questioning whether a stray sneeze is allergy related or something more serious. Now, with flu season fast approaching, you may be …

We might not be able to prevent COVID-19 just yet, but we do have an effective vaccine against another deadly illness: influenza. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone age six months and older should get the flu shot every year, with the rare exception of …

We might not be able to prevent COVID-19 just yet, but we do have an effective vaccine against another deadly illness: influenza. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone age six months and older should get the flu shot every year, with the rare exception of …

Worries over the novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, have eclipsed many people's concerns about coming down with a case of the flu. But that doesn't mean people ought to take influenza lightly. Flu season in the US, which runs from October through May, claims tens of thousands of lives …